Dexter Lawrences first comments since trade from…
Dexter Lawrnece spoke out for the first time since he was traded to the Bengals over the weekend in a blockbuster pre-draft deal, which ended an offseason saga between the defensive sort out and the Giants.
In his first interview with team-affiliated media, Lawrence appeared like he had further motivation going into the 2026 season with the Bengals.
Dexter Lawrence II #97 of the New York Giants walks off the sphere at the end of the sport at MetLife Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST
“They wanted me here,” he said. “They appreciated the work that I’ve put in the last seven seasons. I’m going to do everything I can to show them they didn’t waste [a top 10] pick. I’ve got a fire in me that I’ve never had before.”
Lawrence was traded to Cincy in a deal that despatched the Giants back the No. 5 general decide in this week’s NFL draft.
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